[CQ-Contest] Change in CQ WW 160M Contest Leadership

[Ed Steeble]

Dave,
Tnx and GL.
73, Ed
K3IXD
sometimes K3IXD/4 or NU4SC

Date: Thu, 14 Feb 2008 09:16:52 EST
From: K1AR at aol.com
Subject: [CQ-Contest] Change in CQ WW 160M Contest Leadership
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Dear Contesters,
I am writing to inform you of a  significant change in the CQ WW 160M
Contest. Effective immediately, Dave  Thompson, K4JRB, is retiring from his
leadership position as contest director.  Taking over the reigns will be 
Andy Blank,
N2NT.
Dave has been director of CQ?s  160M contest for 16 years, stepping up and
taking charge after former director,  Don McClennon, N4IN (formerly 
W3EIS and
W3IN), passed away. During Dave?s watch,  the contest has grown by over 
300% in
terms of entries, but more importantly has  become one of contesting?s top
tier competitions.
The task of contest director is a  tiring and sometimes thankless job. Over
the years, Dave has performed his job  with quiet reserve and a smile on 
his
face. His reliability in delivering the  results to CQ and to the contest
community at large will always be  appreciated.
As we move forward, Andy, N2NT,  has some big shoes to fill. However, his
contesting experience and  organizational skills will prevail--we can 
all count
on it.
I encourage you to take the time  to thank Dave for his faithful, 16 
years of
service. We wish both Dave and Andy  the best. Dave will continue to 
support
the contest behind the scenes as the  transition to Andy takes place. In 
the
meantime, I want to personally thank Dave  for his commitment and 
dedication to
our sport. Well done, OM.
73, John, K1AR